This Saturday, May 28th, is the annual Stiff Creek wildflower walk, a great
chance to see wildflowers in bloom and a historic cemetery from the
mid-1800's that has never been plowed, creating a beautiful prairie
fragment. The location is northeast of McKinney. The walk will be followed
by a pot luck at Bill and Fran Woodfin's.

The walk begins at 9:30 walk and brunch is at 11:30.

RSVP to Fran at fswoodfin@dfwair.net for directions and to let us know
you're coming.

The Dallas Arboretum is proud to host the sixth annual Tour des Fleurs
on Saturday, September 17, 2011. This 10K/20K race takes place at
White Rock Lake and finishes with the best post race party in town.
Whether it’s your first running race or you’re a seasoned runner – join
3,500 other runners for a rewarding morning.   http://tourdesfleurs.org/

We also have a fabulous opportunity for families to be part of the Tour
des Fleurs event. Before Autumn at the Arboretum opens to the public at
9am, families will enjoy a host of activities while walking throughout
the Arboretum grounds, including live entertainers, food, wonderful
photo opportunities and fun at the Lennox International Walk in the
Garden.

The whole family can spend the night at the zoo for Father's Day with this special Lights Out program, with activities, talks, and zoo tours. Ages 7 and up. Reserve early. $45/person.

Producing beef from grass - a use of natural resources for which Texas has long been famous, consumer interest in grassfed, natural and other “non-conventionally produced” beef is rising, so whether you manage grass, own cattle or just want to learn more about grassfed beef production, this conference is for you. $250.

Food, prizes, and fun, as part of White Rock Lake's Centennial Celebration. Kites available on site.

Nuclear Free World Committee meets. Potluck dinner at 6:30 and meeting at 7:00

Call the Dallas Peace Center for address, 214-823-7793.

Jun 11 (Sat) White Rock Lake Cleanup

Members, please join us to meet the North Texas Chapter Board of
Directors and the incoming Board ChairLearn more about how you can
contribute to furthering the mission of the USGBC North Texas Chapter:To
promote a sustainable, profitable and healthy built environment in the
North Texas area through: Education, Professional Training and Outreach.
NOTE:
 Your membership status will be checked at the door.  If you are not
current, you will be asked to renew prior to admittance.

Menu Options
Salads: Baby Green Salad, Shaved Corn, Feta Cheese & Grilled Onion
Traditional Vinaigrette 
Entrees: Horseradish & Dijon Herb Crusted Chicken
Natural Pan Jus
Mascarpone Chive Pommes Puree 

Desserts: Bittersweet & White Chocolate Torte
Espresso Hazelnut Mousse
Raspberry Coulis 
All menu items include Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Fairmont
Bakeries & ButterFreshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee,
Selection of Signature Fairmont Teas Special Dietary Requirements will
be addressed on site by the waitstaff

Thursday May 12th, 2011 at 6:00 PM

Fairmont Hotel Dallas

Sat, May 14 - White Rock Lake Cleanup. Walk and talk while helping to pick

up trash and recyclables at White Rock Lake Park. Meet from 8 am - 9  am at

the Love of the Lake office, 1152 N Buckner Blvd, #123, Dallas, on the

Northeast corner of Garland Rd. and Buckner Blvd for a free continental

breakfast that includes free juice, coffee, other goodies. Gloves, trash

bags, etc. provided. There are always birds and wildflowers to enjoy.

Clean-up finished by 11 am.

Sat, May 14 - Black Vegetarian Society of Texas Cooking Class at Nash-Davis

Rec Center, 3710 N. Hampton Rd, Dallas, 214.670.6194. Small Charge. RSVP to

donald.moy@sbcglobal.net for more information.